2003 Suzuki Swift vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Swift is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Swift | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Swift | Golf |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2512 mm |
